Dune Sunflower
Spreading perennial commonly found on Florida beach dunes with small sunflower-like flowers that readily self-germinate to produce plantlets.
Spreading perennial commonly found on Florida beach dunes with small sunflower-like flowers that readily self-germinate to produce plantlets.
Spreading perennial commonly found on Florida beach dunes with small sunflower-like flowers that readily self-germinate to produce plantlets.
Helianthus debilis
Native: native to Florida
Hardiness Zone: 8-11
Light Range: full sun
Soil Characteristics: acidic; alkaline; sand; loam
Tolerances: high drought tolerance; good salt tolerance
Landscape Use: ground cover; attracts butterflies; border; mass planting; cascading down a wall; edging
Height: 2 - 4 feet
Spread: 2 - 4 feet
Growth Rate: fast
Leaf Size: 2 - 4 inches
Leaf Persistence: semi-evergreen
Wildlife: butterflies
Roaming Roots Tips:
Spread by underground runners so plant does best in a freeflowing area or garden without strict defined borders.
This plant is a fantastic groundcover for beachside properties along the panhandle.